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Everyone should read this book - By: Adam Clark, 12 May 2004 
In his own words, Gandhi takes us through some of the experiencesin his life, with each chapter forming at least one important learning lesson to him. All experiences, whether good or bad, had a positive learning lesson on him & contributed to his goal of seeking truth.
One of his main beliefs was using non-violence as a means of protesting against acts of oppression & using international law to seek justice. This meant he never raised his fists or lowered himself to barbarism however much he was provoked, violated or attacked. In fact this seems to be the opposite attitude demonstrated by all terrorists & most countries (West, Middle East & East) where the belief is that violence & war works. It never has & never will. As Gandhi says "an eye for an eye makes the whole world blind".
As we now enter the third of the world wars, where the weapons are horrific & the consequences unimaginable, Gandhi's words have never been more important. All politicians & world leaders should read this book. In fact everyone should read this book.
Please buy this book - By: , 17 Jun 2000 This book will be an inspiration for anyone, who themselves strive to integrate ideals such as contentment, sacrifice & love for all beingsin their dayly life. Gandhi faced many hardshipsin his life, but his constant return to ethics, when confronted by problems gives inspiration & hope for those of us struggling to deal ethically with our (comparatively) lesser problems. By reading Gandhis humble account of his life, you will be inspired to take a more patient, tolerant & forgiving approach to your fellow beings. That alone should be sufficient reason to buy this book.
Gandhi : Change your concepts about him. - By: , 26 Jan 1999 
When I was young I was toldin my school & syllabi books that Gandhi was the ringleader of "Hindu toola" who were creating Hindu-Muslim hatred before 1947 (I am talking about schoolsin Pakistan).Eventhough my ideas regarding Gandhi changed by the time I entered Uni,my instinct to explore the true nature of our pre-independence leaders is still there.This book no doubt has been my favourite since the day it was published & anyone who has misconception of any types should read this .
Must Read for everyone who trusts non violance - By: , 25 Sep 1998 The MohanDas K Gandhi, the crusader of peace, non voilance was one of the great souls of this century. Ths book is one of his marvel & gives you insight of this thoughts & beliefs
Truth and Non-Violence as delivered in Gandhi's own words - By: , 06 Aug 1998 Gandhi changed the way the world thinks. His life & message for the world has influenced MLK's fight for civil rightsin the USA. Gandhi revolutionized the fight for freedom. All revolutionary wars before India's independence were fought by using brute force. Gandhi used Thoreau's "Civil Disobedience" as the basis for India's fight for freedom from over 200 years of British rule. In Gandhi's own words, the reader is given a truthful account of the man who gave his life so that the posterity of Indians could enjoy what his own ancestors had not. Gandhi's fervent devotion to truth can be seenin his description of many details that one would find embarassing & awkward, but Gandhi does not leave out any minor detail. His honesty & philosophy is one capable of moving the citizen, whether he be an Indian, American, or of any other country.
